Post by irontimma on Feb 11, 2010 23:53:10 GMT -8

I do think it's kind of awesome, and a credit to Sasquatch, that we have this pool of Flaming Lips, Arcade Fire, Beastie Boys, Soundgarden, Faith No More, Pearl Jam, My Morning Jacket, LCD Soundsystem, Jack Johnson, and whoever else to fill the other two headlining spots (assuming Pavement headlines) and yet we have absolutely no idea, no matter what anyone says, of which two it's gonna be.

MMJ feels like a choice out of left field - where's that coming from?

And I'd say that Flaming Lips, Arcade Fire, LCD, MMJ and our favorite Jack Johnson are the most likely out of the bands listed to be a headliner. Everything I've heard would lead me to believe that you will not see a band in heavy rotation on The End close out any stage this year, but I hope I'm wrong.

Is MMJ big enough to headline? I mean, they're big in the south, but at least in the midwest, they're a subheadliner at best.

Post by funnygrrl on Feb 12, 2010 8:40:33 GMT -8

if you look at the history of Sasquatch when it has been 3 days the last 2 years, there is usually 2 Big headliners( acts that can headline anywhere) and one smaller headliner( acts that could headline at smaller festivals or subheadliners at bigger festivals.), so if we use that logic, that means pavement takes the flaming lips, ben harper and relentless seven spot on monday. I would guess, that the other 2 headliners would be big meaning acts like LCD, Faith No More, MMJ and Arcade fire would not headline( but might be in the line up).....

Gorillaz, Soundgarden, Depeche Mode, and yes, Jack Johnson, they would all Fit the Bill.

I just don't know what other big names would be touring, KOL, Janes addiction would not be a consideration because sasquatch wouldn't have headliners 2 years in a row.

There might be a chance to get something real different like, Peter Gabriel or Neil Young.

Peter Gabriel has some dates in may in north america. Plus he is releasing that covers album, and if acts like Vampire , hot chip and Arcade fire are there, all artists he has covered or worked with, that could provide some fun.

But that is a shot in the dark, because of the lack of info.

Based on history though, sasquatch has the pull to get 2 big headliners.

Any other names we could add to headliners that are touring right now?

Post by jeffmac on Feb 12, 2010 9:49:33 GMT -8

Gorillaz are in the superheadliner category because of the money it takes to put on their show. A good chunck of the money goes to the artists that collaborate on the albums that Albarn has play in the live setting. Thus why Coachella is the only one to have them headline this year. I wish they would play anyways!!!

Post by macdilla on Feb 12, 2010 10:23:00 GMT -8

Also keep in mind ticket prices went up. It's possible they went up based on the size of one or even 2 of the unannounced headliners. Of course it's entirely possible they went up based only on inflation prices.

Post by funnygrrl on Feb 12, 2010 11:12:24 GMT -8

Hey Andimac., I just thought of Gorillaz because of what I read on COS of a possible Tour, since most of the festivals have been announced, I just thought that if they are planning a tour in north America, it would start after Coachella and the would end around Bonnaroo, but since they are not at the Roo....

As per COS.......

Now if all this wasn’t a good enough reason to pick up the album, then perhaps this is: According to an article printed in the Belgium newspaper Le Soir (via Gorillaz-Unofficial), Plastic Beach will be the last Gorillaz album. Though that certainly sucks, the article does note that a tour (in addition to an upcoming Coachella appearance) looks to be in the works.

Post by jeffmac on Feb 12, 2010 14:10:56 GMT -8

I see where you are coming from funnygrrl and its been a dream of mine to see them live at a venue like the gorge. I've read several interviews with Albarn where he talks about the expensive nature of their tour set up. I guess it is mucho expensive to have the graphics, the backing band and the special guests. So this year they have Mos Def, Lou Reed, a couple of dudes from a band called the Clash, The Horrors, Little Dragons, Snoop Dogg etc. etc. who they like to have play with them live as they did on the album. This added with the fact that they are one of the rarest of rare acts to perform live makes them a great add to any fest. I for one would absolutely love to see them at Sasquatch this year, however, I just don't want to get my hopes up like the inforoo people and be hugely let down. When it was first rumored that they were playing Coachella, the article stated that the Gorillaz would probably go on tour, but Coach would be there only festival appearance this year. I can't find the article as of right now, but will keep looking.I would love for Sasquatch to get an act this year that was just special to them. Last year was the first year I didn't stay at the mainstage for the headliner since I started going. Hell, I didn't see any of the three because I just wasn't interested and thank god there were sweet Wookie closers (EitS were amazing and will be seeing them again at ATP NY!!!!) and dance tent headliners that it didn't matter.

Post by brutalid on Feb 12, 2010 14:44:35 GMT -8

On a completely unrelated note, what about Jimmy Eat World?

To be real, I have no reason to believe they'll be there aside from the fact that they are playing Soundwave Festival in February so at least they are still in business and doing festivals! (even though it's in Australia haha)

Post by newjersey on Feb 12, 2010 14:56:17 GMT -8

To be real, I have no reason to believe they'll be there aside from the fact that they are playing Soundwave Festival in February so at least they are still in business and doing festivals! (even though it's in Australia haha)

It's not out of the question, but there's no way in hell save something horrible that they headline.

Post by brutalid on Feb 12, 2010 15:03:54 GMT -8

To be real, I have no reason to believe they'll be there aside from the fact that they are playing Soundwave Festival in February so at least they are still in business and doing festivals! (even though it's in Australia haha)

It's not out of the question, but there's no way in hell save something horrible that they headline.

I think this sentence is missing a couple words, I'm not really sure what you're trying to say...

Post by cgphoto on Feb 12, 2010 16:30:45 GMT -8

I honestly would love to see JEW play Sasquatch! as long as they didn't play anything newer than Bleed American. They really went to shit after that album. Unfortunately, i don't really think they would fit the genres the festival tries to cover.

Post by coren on Feb 12, 2010 16:50:50 GMT -8

Also keep in mind ticket prices went up. It's possible they went up based on the size of one or even 2 of the unannounced headliners. Of course it's entirely possible they went up based only on inflation prices.

I'm still stumped, but I love a good guessing game.

it's what, 20 dollars difference, or is it more? I've forgotten. 20 bucks is about 7 a day, that's not abnormal in year to year jumps unfortunately